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TITLE

Exploring Common Core State Standards with Study of Ancient Egypt

AUTHOR(S)

Buzzeo, Toni

PUB. DATE

November 2012

SOURCE

Library Sparks;Nov2012, p22

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

The article presents a unified approach in exploring Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in Reading Literacy through a study of Ancient Egypt. It focuses on CCSS Reading Standard 5 and suggests a list of children's literature and activities for Kindergarten to Grade 5 which may be used to explore a particular unit or theme such as religion or social classes in ancient Egypt. Online sources, suggested videos and a bibliography of references for further readings are also cited.

ACCESSION #

80919334

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